Construction is set to resume next week on a major infrastructure project in Central Saanich, with crews returning to the Highway 17 Keating Cross Road overpass.
The Ministry of Transportation and Transit says work is restarting Wednesday, April 1st, following a short winter pause, with the project now entering its final stretch ahead of a planned spring 2026 completion.
Drivers travelling along the Pat Bay Highway should expect to see increased activity in the area and are being reminded that it remains an active construction zone.
While the Keating Cross Road on- and off-ramps at Exit 18 are expected to stay open during daytime hours, overnight disruptions are on the way as crews complete remaining work.
Nightly lane closures will be in effect along Highway 17 between Tanner Road and Island View Road, including:
- Single-lane northbound traffic from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m.
- Single-lane southbound traffic from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.
The ministry says these closures will be periodic but necessary to safely complete the project.
The Keating overpass project has been closely watched by residents and commuters alike, particularly after weather-related delays earlier this year temporarily paused construction and increased traffic pressure on nearby roads.
With more than 52,000 vehicles travelling this stretch of Highway 17 daily, the $76.8 million project has been identified as a key improvement aimed at enhancing safety and traffic flow through the busy corridor.
Drivers are being asked to slow down, watch for crews and equipment and follow all posted signage while travelling through the area.
Updates on closures and traffic pattern changes will be shared through DriveBC and the province’s project webpage as work continues.
